Procurement Director

About the role

The Division Procurement Director leads procurement strategy across the West Division, driving value creation, cost optimization, supplier performance, and operational excellence. Responsible for managing approximately $1 billion in annual spend, this role partners with Division, business leaders, and Americas Materials leaders to develop sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier relationships, and deliver measurable business results through a high-performing procurement organization. This individual will lead a team of 5-10 managers and analysts across nine states.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute a Division Procurement strategy aligned with company objectives and CRH procurement standards.
• Provide leadership for all external addressable spend within the Division.
• Partner with business leaders to implement standardized procurement practices, systems, and continuous improvement initiatives across the Division.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the team on sourcing, risk, and cost management.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive measurable cost savings and increased value.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and risk management within sourcing activities.
• Partner closely with CRH Procurement Leadership to execute strategies.
• Direct efforts to negotiate, contract, and manage performance with key suppliers to ensure service levels are achieved and continuous improvement efforts are implemented.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of sourcing category managers and specialists.
• Build a high-performing culture focused on accountability, results, and professional growth.
• Set clear expectations and provide regular performance feedback.
• Partner with Finance to ensure procurement savings are accurately forecasted, tracked, and realized in financial results.
• Own reporting of procurement performance, savings, and value creation at the Division level.
• Lead supplier risk assessment and mitigation strategies, including supply continuity, capacity, financial health, and macro-level risk (e.g., tariffs).
• Support business continuity planning through resilient sourcing strategies.
• Lead procurement workstreams associated with SAP implementation.
• Lead Procure to Pay Process improvements and implement standard operating procedures across the Division.
• Support North America Procurement management team with strategy alliance and direction.
• Align with business leadership to support CAPEX projects and development Procurement.

Requirements

• Proven record of procurement and cost management across goods and services, managing suppliers and relationships, and understanding the entire procurement cycle.
• Strong business, commercial, and financial acumen with a pragmatic approach.
• Demonstrable record of successfully defining and implementing leading-edge procurement strategies, including category management development across multiple business entities/locations.
• Experience with Procurement and Payables shared service centers; standing up a procurement shared service center preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of technology as an enabler for enhancing procurement processes, particularly e-Sourcing and source-to-contract.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to maintain multi-site relationships at all levels and implement change.
• Strong and effective team player within the Procurement function and across functions.
• Ability to motivate and empower others with exemplary coaching and mentoring skills.
• High ethical standards.
• Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve positive results through influence, persuasion, leadership, presentations, training, and group facilitation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills to influence key stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience leading key negotiations, drafting and implementing contracts, and ongoing supplier management to deliver sustained benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/University Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 10+ years of strategic sourcing/category management experience.
• Exposure to the building materials (aggregates, asphalt, ready-mix concrete, etc.), mining, or construction sectors preferred.
• 30%-40% travel required, including frequent visits to various locations and regular out-of-state meetings.
• Technologically savvy with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other database/presentation software.

Additional requirements: Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check, provide valid I-9 documentation, and hold a valid driver’s license.

Skills

People & Team Leadership

• Develops Talent – Coaches and builds capability within teams.
• Drives Engagement – Creates an environment where individuals are motivated and committed.
• Communicates Effectively – Shares information clearly and persuasively.
• Fosters Inclusivity – Values diversity and promotes inclusion.

Execution & Results

• Decision Quality – Makes sound, timely decisions using data and judgment.
• Plans and Aligns – Organizes work to meet goals and priorities.
• Drives Results – Delivers outcomes that matter for the business.
• Ensures Accountability – Holds self and others responsible for commitments.

Navigating Complexity & Change

• Manages Ambiguity – Remains effective when things are uncertain or evolving.
• Situational Adaptability – Adjusts approach based on context and stakeholder needs.
• Strategic Mindset – Connects day-to-day decisions to longer-term strategy.

Relationships & Influence

• Collaborates – Works across boundaries to achieve shared outcomes.
• Persuades – Influences effectively and speaks up on tough issues.
• Instills Trust – Earns confidence through integrity and dependability.

Character & Resilience

• Being Resilient – Sustains performance under pressure and recovers from setbacks.
• Self-Awareness – Knows strengths, limits, and seeks feedback to grow.

Measures of Success

• Deliver sustained, measurable cost savings and value creation across addressable spend.
• Improve contract coverage, compliance, and spend under management.
• Enhance supplier performance, resilience, and risk mitigation.
• Increase adoption of standardized procurement processes across the division.
• Develop a strong succession pipeline within the procurement team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.